BMW F20 F21 Bumper Front Trim Panel Covering Glacier Silver Metallic - A83

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The BMW F20 F21 Front Bumper Glacier Silver - A83 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The paint in the Glacier Silber Metallic - A83 shade ensures consistency with BMW's factory color palette, facilitating visual matching and reducing the scope of potential paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038868-GSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038868
• Substitutable numbers: 51110038868, 0038868, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Fitment

The presented front bumper has been specifically designed for the BMW F20 and F21 series, taking into account the body's geometry, hood lines, and fender contours. This ensures factory-standard edge alignment, correct gap management, and proper positioning relative to the headlights and other front-end components.

Its designated placement on the vehicle as the front guarantees that the bumper's construction is adapted to the requirements of the frontal zone – both in terms of mounting and integration with factory reinforcements and the equipment located behind the paneling.

Glacier Silber Metallic - A83 Color and Finish

The factory color Glacier Silber Metallic - A83 is a popular, elegant shade of metallic silver paint used across many BMW models. Using the original color:

• facilitates matching the bumper to the existing body paint,
• reduces the need for full component repainting,
• ensures a cohesive, aesthetically pleasing look for the vehicle's front end.

For users who wish to maintain the car's original character, this color choice is particularly beneficial – it allows for shorter repair times and a reduced scope of preparatory work.

Characteristics of a Used OEM Part

The bumper is from the original BMW parts line, meaning it retains factory structural and quality parameters. As a used part, it offers a good alternative to new components, allowing for reduced repair costs while maintaining proper body fitment.

In practice, this means:

• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• correct alignment with reinforcements and the front crossmember,
• preservation of the original crash zone geometry.

Application in Body Repairs

The front bumper in Glacier Silber Metallic - A83 is suitable for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of worn body parts due to normal use. Thanks to its original construction, it's possible to restore the vehicle's factory front appearance without the need for body modifications.

For extensive body and paintwork, a used OEM bumper helps optimize the repair budget while adhering to the quality standards set by the vehicle manufacturer.

Complementary Offer and Additional Materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair of the BMW's front bodywork and also need other parts from the category related to the protection and structure of the vehicle's front end, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

When planning broader service work, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with educational materials concerning engine systems and accessories – a practical addition to your knowledge could be the article EGR: What It Is and Why Consider Used EGR Valves, which helps to better understand the operating principle of modern vehicle systems.